Plague Victim Collection (#2)

Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666 (litho)
7201754 Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666)

Title page of Plague Orders, 1665 (engraving)
7201745 Title page of Plague Orders, 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title page of Plague Orders)

Stink pot used in fuming during the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho)
7201741 Stink pot used in fuming during the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rat flea, carrier of the plague (litho)
7201733 Rat flea, carrier of the plague (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rat flea, carrier of the plague)

The Plague of 1665 (engraving)
7192585 The Plague of 1665 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plague of 1665)

Plague of Athens, Ancient Greece, 430 BC (engraving)
7173429 Plague of Athens, Ancient Greece, 430 BC (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plague of Athens, Ancient Greece, 430 BC)

Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665 (litho)
7201743 Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665)

Bill of deaths in London, 1665 (engraving)
7201753 Bill of deaths in London, 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bill of deaths in London, 1665)

Deaths from the Great Plague of London, 1665 (engraving)
7201746 Deaths from the Great Plague of London, 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deaths from the Great Plague of London, 1665)

Bacillus of plague (litho)
7201736 Bacillus of plague (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacillus of plague. Illustration from The Great Plague in London in 1665)

Seven angels emptying seven bowls filled with Gods wrath (engraving)
7172497 Seven angels emptying seven bowls filled with Gods wrath (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The abyss and the locusts (engraving)
7172495 The abyss and the locusts (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The abyss and the locusts (Revelation 9)

The sounding of the first four of the seven angels trumpets (engraving)
7172493 The sounding of the first four of the seven angels trumpets (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Geographical distribution of the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho)
7201755 Geographical distribution of the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

London, 17th Century (woodcut)
7201735 London, 17th Century (woodcut) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: London, 17th Century)

The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs (engraving)
5218320 The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plague of Hail and the Plague of Frogs)

Plague in London, 1625
Plague in London. Title artwork from a 17th century pamphlet on the effects of the plague on London. This pamphlet, A Rod for Run-awayes, by Thomas Dekker, was published in 1625

Plague quarantine, England, 16th century
Plague quarantine. Artwork of a mother and child passing a quarantined house during a plague epidemic in medieval England

Simon Grynaeus, German theologian
Simon Grynaeus (1493-1541), German theologian. Grynaeus was born into a peasant family, yet managed to obtain an education at Pforzheim

Johann Faust, German printer
Johann Fust (c.1400-1466), German printer. Fust came from a wealthy family in Mainz. Fust was associated with Johann Gutenberg

Konrad Gessner, Swiss naturalist
Konrad Gessner (1516-1565), Swiss naturalist. Gessner was born in Zurich, the son of a furrier. After the death of his father

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"The Devastating Plague: A Haunting Journey Through History" Step back in time to witness the horrors of the plague that ravaged Milan in 1630-1631, as depicted in a mesmerizing 19th-century engraving. The intricate details capture the despair and anguish of those afflicted by this deadly disease. Immerse yourself in the solemnity of Mattia Preti's votive fresco sketch from 1656, which portrays a scene from another devastating outbreak. The oil on canvas painting serves as a poignant reminder of the collective suffering endured during these dark times. Delve into an eerie world through "Pesta on the stairs, " a haunting artwork created between 1894-96. With pencil, ink, black wax crayon, and wash on paper, this piece captures both fear and desolation amidst an atmosphere filled with uncertainty. Travel further back to witness Tournai's plight during the plague of 1095 through an evocative oil-on-canvas masterpiece from 1881. The artist skillfully depicts scenes of chaos and desperation while shedding light on historical events often forgotten. "She covers the whole country" is a chilling portrayal rendered in pencil, watercolor, charcoal & crayon dating back to 1904. This artwork encapsulates how no corner was spared when faced with such widespread devastation caused by infectious diseases like plague. Experience not only human suffering but also its impact on animals with depictions of cattle plagued by Rinderpest. These images serve as stark reminders that pandemics affect all living beings indiscriminately. Witness scientific progress at Pasteur Institute where Emile Roux worked tirelessly to produce life-saving vaccines against plagues. This glimpse into history showcases humanity's resilience and determination to combat deadly diseases head-on. "The Fatal Effect of Plague in1665" brings forth vivid imagery through captivating engravings depicting death lurking around every corner during one London outbreak.